Teufelsburg

Teufelsburg is a castle ruin located on a 320-meter mountain spur that consists of two distinct structures: the unrestored upper castle and partially reconstructed lower castle sections. The remains reveal medieval construction methods and offer views of the surrounding landscape from above.

Duke Johann I of Lorraine built this fortification between 1354 and 1360 following the destruction of the earlier Felsburg Castle by Baldwin of Luxembourg in 1341. The rebuilding represented a military response and a repositioning of power in the region.

The name Teufelsburg evolved from its original designation Neu-Felsburg through local traditions and regional linguistic changes that developed over centuries.

The castle grounds are open to visitors and can be reached via the Vauban-Steig hiking path, which requires a moderate level of fitness. A small museum on site displays local artifacts and provides insight into the history of the place.

French military forces repurposed stones from this castle in 1680 to build the Fortress of Saarlouis, which contributed to its current ruined condition. This practice was part of France's strategic reshaping of regional military architecture.

Location: Überherrn

Inception: 1360

GPS coordinates: 49.30220,6.69447

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:43